Monday, August 26, 2013

Spencer Peirce Little Farm and a Safari Jasper Necklace

These large flat beads are called safari jasper. I am guessing it was given such name due to its earthy tones along with markings that can resemble animal spots! This necklace is available at Etsy.

Spencer Peirce Little FarmJim and I were taking a Sunday drive and stumbled upon the Spencer Peirce Little Farm in Newbury, MA. I have never seen peirce spelled this way before.

This 17th century homestead features 230 acres. I just love the textures and colors from years of repair.

The land was originally granted to the Spencer family in 1635 as part of the first allocation of land to new settlers which is pretty amazing to think about. He was a wealthy investor who did things to lure in settlers.

The property was sold to the Peirce family in 1638. This family built the brick house in front showing off their masonry skills from England.

Then in 1778 came under ownership of another family and changed hands a few times until the Little family purchased it in 1811.

What I found most interesting was that this house was lived in all to the way up to 1993! The Little family had deeded the farm to Historic New England before the final death.

What a lovely place to visit. You must go back to see the inside. The outside is beautiful! Love those alpacas! We went to an alpaca farm over here. Such cute animals - though I don't like them spitting!

Hey Val ;o) I love your new earthy necklace ;o) Beautiful!That house is magnificent! I love history! If this house could talk! Wow!Oh, and look at those alpacas! So darn cute!! I want to hug them ;o) The maple trees are gorgeous!Take Care, Hugs ;o)

Wow, those safari jasper beads are so pretty—such lovely patterns! They must have been fun to work with. :)

And that homestead looks very cool! Don't you just love historical sites like that? I think it's so amazing to visit a house like the Spencer Peirce homestead and think about how long it's been around, and all the different people who touched the walls and walked on the floors and so on. It's really incredible how long that place has survived! It looks like you had a lovely visit, and I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. <3 Hope all's been well with you!

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